The KME broadhead sharpener is a self aligning clamp jig. It holds a broadhead blade against a bench stone at a fixed, repeatable angle. That gives you a consistent edge instead of a freehand guess.
It is a standalone tool, not a bolt on for the KME knife clamp system. It rides on any flat stone you already own.
It is built for hunters who resharpen the same broadheads season after season. It is not for hunters who just replace blades.
Below is what the jig does. You will also see which broadheads fit it and who should skip it.
What the KME broadhead sharpener actually does
The core of the KME broadhead sharpener is a free spinning clamp. The manufacturer says it automatically rotates to keep the blade edge flat against the stone on every pass. That removes the wobble that ruins a lot of freehand touch ups.
You still supply the stone and the elbow grease. The clamp just keeps the angle honest. The manufacturer lists Arkansas, ceramic, and diamond bench stones as all fair game.
Two jaw sets ship with the jig. One grips conventional two blade broadheads. The other is sized for replacement blades, bleeder blades, and mechanical heads.
Both snap in and out without tools. Switching between blade types takes seconds.
Angle is set by sliding the roller bracket forward or backward on the frame. Then you check the bevel against the stone with a marker before a full pass. That is slower than a fixed angle guide.
But it matches almost any factory grind. You are not locked to one or two preset angles.
Which broadheads fit
Standard two blade fixed heads clamp in with the stock jaws. An optional high angle spacer block extends the range to roughly 30 to 35 degrees. That covers single bevel heads, which run steeper than typical double bevel broadheads.
A second accessory, the Delta jaws, is built for shorter compact heads under two inches. The manufacturer names Iron Will, VPA, Tuffhead Evolution, and OzCut as examples. That is a category most stock jaws struggle to grip.
One practical limit worth knowing before you buy: the jaw grips one edge at a time. The manufacturer does not spell out how a three blade head is handled. Clamp jigs of this type usually mean one setup per blade, not one motion across the whole tip. That is the tradeoff for the alignment the clamp gives you.
KME broadhead sharpener vs a flat stone or dedicated sharpener
A flat stone alone works, but only if your hand stays rock steady through every stroke. Most hunters do not sharpen broadheads often enough to build that consistency. A dedicated field sharpener trades some of that precision for speed.
It uses fixed angle guides instead of a slide adjustable bracket. The owner reports we could find lean toward the clamp jig approach for serious edge quality.
One long time user describes a mirror finish on his broadheads with the KME jig. It is sharp enough to see his own reflection in the blade face. He says he has reused the same broadhead across multiple elk seasons by resharpening it between trips.
The recurring theme is simple. A proper jig, paired with graduated stone grits and a buffing compound step, beats freehand sharpening and basic pull through tools.
| Sharpener | Angle setup | Best for | Price band | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KME Broadhead Sharpener | Slide adjustable, marker tested | Home resharpening, matches factory bevel | $ jig alone, $$ as a kit | |
| Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener | Fixed 20 or 25 degree guides | Camp touch ups, portability | $ | Price |
KME Precision Sharpening System
Companion Knife System
Clamp guided knife sharpener | same slide and test angle approach | separate purchase from the broadhead jig
This is KME’s clamp system for knives. It does not share a frame with the broadhead jig, but it works the same way: clamp the blade, set the angle, let the guide hold it. It is the pick if you want your hunting knives held to the same standard as your broadheads.
Skip it if broadheads are the only thing you sharpen. The broadhead jig stands on its own and costs a fraction of the full knife system.
Pros
- Same clamp and angle logic as the broadhead jig, so one learning curve covers both
- Matches nearly any factory knife bevel
- Same marker test sets the angle, so it matches the bevel you already have
Cons
- Does not sharpen broadheads by itself
- Not a grab and go field tool
The bottom line: the KME broadhead jig earns its place if you resharpen the same broadheads instead of swapping blades. The jig alone runs around $60 and the kits with stones start near $110, so buy the kit only if you own no bench stone. If you just want a camp touch up tool, the Work Sharp is the simpler pick.
Who needs it, and who should skip it
Buy it if you already use a guided clamp for keeping a fixed blade hunting knife in shape. The broadhead jig brings that same repeatability to arrow points. Buy it if you reuse broadheads across seasons and want a repeatable edge instead of a hand guess.
Skip it if you replace blades every hunt, or want a single grab and go tool for the truck. A compact field sharpener does that job better. For a deeper look at dedicated options, see the standalone tools built just for arrow points.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not skip the marker test on a new broadhead shape. Guessing the roller bracket position wastes stone time. It can also round over a good factory edge.
If you are new to getting a working edge back on arrow points, start with the two blade jaw first. Move to compact or mechanical heads once you trust the setup.
Do not force a compact or mechanical head into the standard jaw. Use the correct jaw set or the Delta jaws accessory instead of bending the clamp to fit.
Do not expect one pass to finish a three blade head. Budget a few minutes per edge, not per broadhead. Owners describe that extra time as the main cost of the jig over a flat stone.
Frequently asked questions
Does the KME broadhead sharpener come with a stone?
The jig alone does not include a stone. The manufacturer also sells Standard, Deluxe, and Diamond kits that bundle stones and accessories, running from around $110 to around $165. The knife system covered in our in depth look at the KME clamp system is a separate product.
Can it sharpen mechanical broadheads?
Yes, using the second jaw set built for replacement, bleeder, and mechanical blades. The manufacturer includes that jaw set with the jig rather than selling it separately.
What angle should I set for broadheads?
Factory broadhead edges vary by brand, so there is no single number. Color the bevel, test against the stone, and adjust the roller bracket until the marker wears evenly across the edge; our angle tool for factory bevel specs can help you narrow down a starting point if you know the factory spec.
Is the KME broadhead sharpener better than a flat stone?
For consistency, yes. A flat stone works if your hand stays steady through every pass, but the clamp removes that variable. The owner reports we found favor jig based sharpening for broadhead work. Freehand gets called adequate for casual use only.
Does it work with single bevel broadheads?
Yes, with the optional high angle spacer block, which extends the adjustable range enough to match the steeper single bevel grind.
How does it compare to the Work Sharp Guided Field Sharpener?
The Work Sharp uses fixed angle guides and packs into a pocket, which suits touch ups at camp. The KME jig trades that portability for a slide adjustable angle that can match almost any factory bevel, which matters more for a full resharpen at home.
Sources
- KME Sharpeners LLC: KME Broadhead Sharpener product collection, specs and pricing. https://kmesharp.com/collections/kme-broadhead-sharpener
- Work Sharp: Guided Field Sharpener product page, specs and pricing. https://worksharptools.com/products/guided-field-sharpener